Richard Valentino/democrat

Additional experience: Former Democratic State Central Committeeman; Former Chicago Deputy Director of Revenue; Former Chicago Director of License Enforcement.

1. What steps would you take to ensure adequate revenue for essential state programs? An adequate level of funding for such vital services as education is available without an increase in the state income tax. By cutting the administrative expenses at most state agencies and by making a more serious effort to collect nearly $900 million in delinquent taxes, an adequate funding level for essential programs can be provided.

WALTER M. DUDYCZ/REPUBLICAN

Incumbent

Occupation: Full-time legislator

Education: High school graduate

Additional experience: Former Chicago Police Officer

1. What steps would you take to ensure adequate revenue for essential state programs? We need to find the balance between providing services for Illinois citizens and keeping state taxes under control. By reorganizing priorities we can make sure essential programs are covered without having to raise taxes. Legislators must not supplement the state budget at the expense of family budgets.